Viltrox 27mm f1.2 Pro Versus Fujifilm 33mm f1.4 LM WR

Welcome to my latest lens comparison video! Today, I'm putting the Viltrox 27mm f1.2 Pro and the Fujifilm 33mm f1.4 LM WR head-to-head. We'll be diving into image quality and build quality. Stay tuned to discover which lens shines the brightest! 📸✨ Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications for more in-depth lens reviews and photography tips. Let's get started!

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[lumberjack]

I tested the Viltrox and returned it, as the AF of the 33/1.4 is superior (AF C, shhoting burst, moving model).
Viltrox shows Fujifilm, how good and how silent a modern lens could be, at a very reasonable price with outstanding IQ (like the stunning 75/1.2).
In Germany, the initial price for the 27/1.2 was 599€, now there are offers for 499€. A fast and huge price drop for such an exceptionally good lens. This looks like it isn't selling as expected.
I hope Viltrox continues!
Fujifilms new XF lenses are disappointing (56/1.2 WR ...). And no roadmap any more.

[wwjjss]

Thanks for the video, Dima 🙏🏼

Interesting that the Viltrox bokeh is slightly more cat-eye shaped vs the round bokeh balls of the Fuji 🧐

Keep up the great work.
I enjoy you voice & delivery

[andychandler]

I think it's splitting hairs at this point when you're at 100%. I think with a 9mm (even if it's stated 6mm, its 9mm with crop of 1.5X), to some degree this is a case of comparing New York to DC. Both on the same coast, but different cities.

I think they are both great lenses, and I have to say I'm impressed with viltrox upping its x-mount game.

The thing I did notice was that apparently, Viltrox has nervous onion bokeh, whereas Fuji's seems pretty consistent.

[emgee]

I thought the contrast in the Fuji 33mm looked better, based on the first set of images. However, depending on your budget, you probably can't go wrong with either, although for me the size and weight of the Viltrox would be limiting factor.

[brownbear]

Have the 23, 27 and 33 at the moment and having a really hard time deciding which should stay and which should go.

Took all three on a trip to try to pin it down. As far as the weight of the Viltrox goes, if you have an x-t body or smaller, you also need to add the weight of an L-grip, which is essential. Extra 130g for me. For me it's more that it takes up more space in my bag and with the grip on especially.

I think the only time you really notice the f1.2 bonus is when you are closer to the subject. If you are shooting further away subject (a few metres+) then you don't notice and it's more about rendering and colours.

I like the 27 and 33 for different reasons. 33 has nicer rendering with a bit more warmth. Using the 27 I move the WB adjustment more into the red. It's also more uniform from corner to corner - so better for street and travel generally. More of a Swiss army knife.

The 27 on the other hand is sharper when used optimally. It also has swirly bokeh with busier backgrounds and flares. A character lens. Fun for a different kind of portrait against backdrops you might avoid like foliage and urban decay. A modern day Helios.

Least favourite is the 23. Great close up, but harsh bokeh often.

[Clayspeed]

Viltrox FTW! Love mine and it’s very versatile. It’s even sharper than my Sigma 18-35.

[danvirchow]

33 1.4! It’s all about size, in my opinion. The compact nature of Fuji products is what drew me to the system in the first place. Great video, always enjoy your content!

[itstimetogo]

I agree with another comment that a lot of Fuji owners got into the system for the size of the bodies & lenses. I own the Viltrox 13mm and it's a very sharp lens, but compact...it's not. The 27mm is a beast of a lens and tack sharp...but certainly not one I would travel with. A second problem encountered with the Viltrox lenses (and other third party lenses) is the lower value you get on trade-in vs the Fuji lenses. You'll see what I mean when you submit a lens for an appraisal to any of the major retailers. It's a real wake up call.

[mikefoster]

For me a key thing is continuous autofocus and I heard the Fuji is marginally better (although I also heard that Viltrox has a track record of good firmware to improve autofocus. I used AF-C a lot, so this is important.

I do own the Fuji 33mm and it feels like a strong, feisty lens that's rapid to autofocus. But I've no Viltrox to make a comparison myself.

[okyeabuddyguy]

Although the viltrox is bigger than the fuji lenses, theoretically on a 40 MP Fuji body you could use the 27mm viltrox to have a 40 MP 40mm equivalent, or a 20 MP 56mm equivalent with the 1.4x crop in camera, or a 10 MP 80mm equivalent with the 2x in camera crop.

Given how sharp it is I think the crops would be very usable, and because the lens has such a wide aperture, cropping to 56mm equivalent still gives you something like a f2.2 full frame equivalent depth of field which is very good.

I think this lens is a beast on a 40mp body if you want to avoid lens switches.

[Zainphotography]

super helpful video as always. thank you

[saulsigalov]

This is the video I've been waiting for - thanks Andrei. I was looking at getting one of these for the fast 50mm gap but I ended up finding a used fuji 35mm 1.4 for $450 CAD ($320 USD) so couldn't pass on that

[jojolerigolo]

I still can’t make up my mind haha. This will be my first prime. Based on some reviews, I love the swirley bokeh of the Viltrox. But the contrast and colors of the Fuji looks great.
Right now the price is almost the same, there is not a huge gap.
Thank you for your videos. Love your content, big fan.

[NDakota]

Viltrox is just too big. Fuji 33mm is already the maximum size I'm able to tolerate.

[kevin-sjwt]

used 33mm f.14 since 2020 and new viltrox 27mm f1.2 have the same price and makes me wonder which one to get

[maciejszymanek]

What recipe did you use on capturing Vaticano and Di Trevi?

[jpl]

Super helpful video. In your video, you took comparison pics on a stable tripod with a stationary subject. Could you comment on how each lens' AF speed and tracking precision compare when shooting handheld with a moving subject?

[HuYang-dzcq]

Hello Andrei I am in China and the price of them are completely different
The Fuji 33 is about 5300rmb and it is used lens
Viltrox is 3700rmb with UV brand new
Which should I choose？

[alexzhang]

Sharpness is not everything, fuji 33's images are more pleasant to look at. Maybe it has better fidelity.

[ghostofgw]

33 1.4 have a more "organic character'' feel to it with a nicer bokeh, it's always in my bag. Viltrox really makes nice lens too Santa is bringing me the 13mm 1.4